The Philosophy Department at the University of Guelph invites applications for a contractually-limited position at the Assistant Professor level.

The limited appointment will be from July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021 (with a possibility of renewal), at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate is expected to teach 6 courses (mainly undergraduate but with the possibility of graduate teaching) and to contribute to service in the Philosophy Department.

Qualifications for the position include a PhD in Philosophy (or ABD at time of application, with a guarantee of completion before the start date of the appointment), with evidence of excellence in teaching and research. Area of Specialization: Social and Political Philosophy. Areas of Competence: In addition to being able to teach introductory courses (e.g., history of philosophy; sex, love and friendship; basic problems), teaching competence in critical thinking, philosophy of law, ethics, applied ethics, and environmental philosophy are of interest.

How to apply

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Instructions

Applications should be submitted electronically by February 28, 2020. The submission should include a letter of application, a current CV, a teaching dossier (including a teaching philosophy statement and evidence of teaching effectiveness), and a writing sample. Candidates should arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to be sent separately. All documentation should be sent electronically to: Pam Armitage
Administrative Assistant to the Chair, Department of Philosophy
College of Arts, University of Guelph Guelph, ON N1G 2W1 Email: parmitag@uoguelph.ca. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.